Kuwait

Access to abortion is a fundamental human right and a basic healthcare. If you live in a country where access to abortion is restricted, you can get abortion pills through Women on Web.

Abortion on request is not authorized. It is permitted up to 4 months in case of fetal impairment or if the pregnancy endangers the woman or person’s health or their life.

A married person needs spousal consent to proceed with their abortion request.
Minors are required to obtain parental consent for an abortion

Penal law criminalizes women and pregnant people for having an abortion outside of the legal conditions specified in the law. Abortion providers and any people assisting may be criminalized for an abortion outside of the legal conditions specified in the law.

There is currently no data available on whether or not Mifepristone is registered by the country’s pharmaceutical authority.

There is currently no data available on whether or not Misoprostol is registered by the country’s pharmaceutical authority.

These are brand names under which Mifepristone, Misoprostol or Combi Packs (that contain both abortion pills Mifepristone and Misoprostol) are officially distributed and/or commonly found in the country.

Mifepristone:
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Misoprostol:
Cytotec 200mcg

Combipack:
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Safety notice: There are pills that contain a combination of Misoprostol and the painkiller Diclofenac. While manufactured for a different purpose they can still be used for abortion. Please find more info in our FAQ to avoid overdosing the Diclofenac.

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